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Florida Gators reinstating receiver Chris Rainey

Chris Rainey, a slot receiver who was suspended indefinitely following an arrest, has been allowed to rejoin the Florida Gators, according to multiple sources.
Rainey is back in time for this week’s game against Mississippi State (Saturday, 7 p.m., Ben Hill Griffin Stadium), but a source said he will not play.

Rainey was barred from all team activity after he was arrested Sept. 14 for aggravated stalking, a felony. The charge later was reduced to a misdemeanor and will be dismissed if Rainey, 22, meets the terms of his deferred prosecution agreement over the next six months. Rainey’s plea stipulates that he complete 10 hours of community service and undergo anger management counseling.

Florida coach Urban Meyer has not announced Rainey’s return. Last week, a spokesperson said Meyer would inform the media if Rainey was allowed back. Meyer was not asked about Rainey in Monday’s press conference and did not mention him on his own.

Associate head coach Steve Addazio is scheduled to speak to the press today. Meyer’s next media availability is Wednesday.

Rainey started at slot receiver in Florida’s first two games and had six catches for 34 yards and a touchdown, as well as four rushes for 16 yards. He played running back last season and ran for 575 yards and five touchdowns.

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